Civil Engineering Intern - Transportation, Traffic (Dallas)

Burns & McDonnell; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to support standard engineering tasks across market segments, with a focus on transportation design and analysis. You will assist lead engineers, handle data, and contribute to document preparation.

The role emphasizes learning, problem solving and collaboration, with duties ranging from data entry to presenting solutions. A 3.0 GPA and active campus involvement are preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus or community activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in data collection and analysis for continuous improvement.
• Present solutions to concerns and assist with project duties.
• Research solutions to project concerns and recommend remedies.
• Support lead engineers with various duties and ad hoc projects.
• Adhere to company policies and standards.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Self-motivated learner

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

A Brief Overview

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments.

Please see below for information on each market:

Transportation

The Transportation group is responsible for the planning and design of bridges, highways, ports, rail systems, streets and arterials, trails, and pathways with additional focus on stakeholder outreach, traffic engineering, long-range planning, policy development and more.

• Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentation.


• Assist with responses to general questions.


• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.


• Present solutions to concerns.


• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.


• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.


• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.


• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.


• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.


• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.


• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.


• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.


• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.


• Demonstrated leadership skills.


• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-TX-Dallas

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

264626

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-FK #TRN N/A